Book 97: Halfway to the Grave by Jeaniene Frost (Rating: 4 Wine Glasses)

From Goodreads: Flirting with the grave…Half-vampire Catherine Crawfield is going after the undead with a vengeance, hoping that one of these deadbeats is her father–the one responsible for ruining her mother’s life. Then she’s captured by Bones, a vampire bounty hunter, and is forced into an unholy partnership.

In exchange for finding her father, Cat agrees to train with the sexy night stalker until her battle reflexes are as sharp as his fangs. She’s amazed she doesn’t end up as his dinner–are there actually good vampires? Pretty soon Bones will have her convinced that being half-dead doesn’t have to be all bad. But before she can enjoy her new found status as kick-ass demon hunter, Cat and Bones are pursued by a group of killers. Now Cat will have to choose a side . . . and Bones is turning out to be as tempting as any man with a heartbeat.

Publisher: Avon Purchased: Bought on Amazon and Audible

What I Loved: Bones! I really love that the roles were a little reversed in this book. Bones was much more comfortable with who he is and how he feels than Cat was. It made their interactions unique because usually both are apprehensive. I also loved what a total gentleman Bones was in every sense of the word. Yet, he was plenty alpha type of male and had his “bang on the chest” moments. I also enjoyed the ma …more Publisher: Avon Purchased: Bought on Amazon and Audible

What I Loved: Bones! I really love that the roles were a little reversed in this book. Bones was much more comfortable with who he is and how he feels than Cat was. It made their interactions unique because usually both are apprehensive. I also loved what a total gentleman Bones was in every sense of the word. Yet, he was plenty alpha type of male and had his “bang on the chest” moments. I also enjoyed the main “case” (for lack of a better word) that they were working on. It was quite the thriller and through that story you learned a lot about the Vampire world that Jeaniene has created.

What I Liked: I really liked Spade, though he wasn’t in it enough. I also really liked how all the supporting characters each added something needed in the story. Even the characters I thought were annoying were needed.

Complaints: So did not like the end but I have book 2 already so it will make it all better, right?

Audiobook specific review: At the beginning, I had a hard time with the voice for Bones. He sounded like a really old man but after getting used to it, it was fine. I thought the “reader” did a really good job with everyone else in the story. Even Bones, after hearing where he was from and how old he was, her voice for him made sense. It was just a bit creepy in the beginning.

Why I gave it a 4: This was a great read/listen (I did a little of both with this book)! It was well paced, funny, well told, and engaging from start to finish!

Who I would recommend it too: PNR readers (though I think I am the last to read it) and also UF readers because it is edgier than the typical PNR.

Felicia is just your average gal from Texas that loves Audiobooks and Libraries with a passion! She can wine them, dine them, and love them forever. Her eclectic reading tastes include: Cozy Mysteries, Thrillers, Swoon-Worthy Romance of all kinds, Zombies, Urban Fantasy, Historical Fiction, and the occasional YA read.

During her non-reading time you can find her hanging with her rescue furr children named after book characters: Lizzie a beautiful cattle dog mix (Pound Pup), Cinder a beautiful Shep/Pitt mix (Pound Pup), and Minerva a beautiful Shep/Pitt mix (Foster Fail). Gathering with friends and family, attending conventions, watching movies/tv shows, rooting for the 49rs, and crocheting.

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I am not a professional reviewer. In fact all I am is an opinionated reader. I give my POV about the books I choose to read. Most books I love (that happens when you choose what you read) but occasionally one lets me down. It is never personal (towards the author, publishing house, or editor)–it is just my personal reading experience. So please read all my reviews with that in mind.

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I am just your average gal from Texas that loves Audiobooks and Libraries with a passion! I can wine them, dine them, and love them forever. My eclectic reading tastes include: Cozy Mysteries, Thrillers, Swoon-Worthy Romance of all kinds, Zombies, Urban Fantasy, Historical Fiction, and the occasional YA read. I'm an avid dog lover that works with rescues and transports.

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I'm a tax preparer who loves to read. I've been reading historical romance and history for a very long time. Thanks to my Mom for handing down her Victoria Holt, Mary Stuart, et al when I was in junior high and my Dad who bought me any book I wanted. He believed along with the James Bond, I'd read the classics too. But the biggest thanks goes to my elementary school librarian who made sure we all had something we'd enjoy to read. For me, she picked Queen Elizabeth & the Spanish Armada and Mary, Queen of Scots. Hooked me for life!

I never knew reviews were so important until I was "dragged" onto Facebook and found many friends who feel like I do about books. Now, I post my reviews on Goodreads, Amazon, Barnes& Noble and sometimes NetGalley. With thanks to Felicia, I get to post my reviews on the Geeky Blogger.